Kia Optima: Crash Pad / Glove Box
Components and components location

Repair procedures
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces
without marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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Open the glove box (A) in the direction of the arrow.

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Separate the air damper (A) from the glove box.

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Press both sides inwards to open the glove box (A) downwards.

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Remove the glove box (A).

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To install, reverse removal procedure.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad garnish [LH]
2. Crash pad garnish [RH]
3. Crash pad center garnish
Repair pro ...
Repair procedures
Replacement
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components
1. Integrated Body Control Unit
(IBU)
2. TPMS sensor (FL)
3. TPMS sensor (RL)
4. TPMS sensor (RR)
5. TPMS sensor (FR)
Description and operation
Description
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Remove the rear door trim.
(Refer to Rear Door - "Rear Door Trim")
2.
Remove the rear door belt inside weatherstrip (A).
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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